Educating children with velo-cardio-facial syndrome, 22q11.2 deletion syndrome, and DiGeorge syndrome /
Donna Cutler-Landsman, MS.
- Third edition.
- xvi, 387 pages
- Genetic syndromes and communication disorders series .
- Genetic syndromes and communication disorders series. .
Preceded by Educating children with Velo-Cardio-Facial Syndrome : also known as 22q11.2 deletion syndrome and DiGeorge Syndrome / Donna Cutler-Landsman, editor. 2013.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Preface
Acknowledgments
Contributors
Part I. Scientific Studies and Overview of the Syndrome
Chapter 1. Velo-Cardio-Facial Syndrome: Past, Present, and Future
Robert J. Shprintzen
Chapter 2. Introduction to Education and the Neurocognitive Profile
Donna Cutler-Landsman, Tony J. Simon, and Wendy Kates
Chapter 3. Cognition and the 22q11DS Brain: The Implications of Syndrome-Specific Deficits for School Performance
Joelle van der Molen, Stephan Eliez, and Bronwyn Glaser
Chapter 4. Psychiatric Disorders and Treatment in 22q11.2 Deletion Syndrome
Lara Schwieger and Doron Gothelf
Chapter 5. Communication in Velo-Cardio-Facial Syndrome
Karen Golding-Kushner
Chapter 6. Childhood Illness in 22q11.2 Deletion Syndrome, VCFS and DiGeorge and Its Impact on School Attendance and Performance
Anne Marie Higgins and Donna Cutler-Landsman
Part II. Educational Interventions and Evaluation of Effective Practices
Donna Cutler-Landsman
Chapter 7. Evaluation of Educational Interventions
Chapter 8. Early Intervention for Infants and Toddlers
Chapter 9. Getting Ready for School: Preschool (Ages 3-5)
Chapter 10. Entering a Formal School Education Program
Chapter 11. Building the Foundation: Kindergarten Through Second Grade (Ages 5-7)
Chapter 12. Gaining Expertise: Upper Elementary Grades Three Through Five (Ages 8-11)
Chapter 13. Exploring New Horizons: Middle School (Ages 11-14)
Chapter 14. Choices and Future Goals: High School (Ages 14-18)
Chapter 15. Transition to Adulthood: A Model Program (Ages 18-21)
Appendix A. Accommodations
Appendix B. Teacher Awareness Questionnaire (Answers)
Appendix C. Exercises for Understanding
Appendix D. Interpreting Test Scores
Index
"The 22q11.2 Deletion Syndrome, also known as Velo Cardio Facial Syndrome and DiGeorge Syndrome, is relatively new. The genetic test to determine if a child has it has only been available since 1994. Educating Children with the 22q11.2 Deletion Syndrome, Velo Cardio Facial Syndrome and DiGeorge, Third Edition, effectively blends the thoughtful research that has transpired within the past 25 years with practical and current educational strategies to better meet the needs of children with the 22q11.2 Deletion Syndrome and other developmental disabilities. With its expanded content, as well as new contributions from some of the most highly regarded experts in the field, Educating Children with 22q11.2 Deletion Syndrome, Velo Cardio Facial Syndrome and DiGeorge Third Edition is an essential resource for teachers, parents, physicians, and therapists of children with this complicated learning profile"--